Rafael Devers played a crucial role in the Boston Red Sox’s 3-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals, hitting a two-run home run and finishing the game with a 2-for-3 performance, bringing his series total to 7 for 12. Despite early-season struggles and controversy over his position, Devers has rebounded with a strong May, batting .459 and driving in 12 runs, while maintaining a season average of .280. Red Sox manager Alex Cora praised Devers for his focus on baseball amid external distractions, contributing to the team’s position just behind the New York Yankees in the AL East.
